Job Description
Join Nexus Labs at the forefront of technological evolution. We're pioneering quantum computing solutions that will redefine industries by 2026. As a Quantum Computing Research Scientist, you'll develop breakthrough algorithms, optimize quantum error correction protocols, and collaborate with world-class physicists to build scalable quantum systems. Our Austin-based innovation hub offers cutting-edge resources and a culture where curiosity drives progress.
What you'll achieve: Lead the development of fault-tolerant quantum processors, publish breakthrough research in peer-reviewed journals, and contribute to patents that will shape quantum computing's commercial future.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement novel quantum algorithms for optimization and simulation problems
- Develop quantum error correction techniques to enhance qubit coherence times
- Collaborate with hardware teams to optimize quantum processor architectures
- Lead quantum machine learning projects for predictive analytics applications
- Secure research funding through NSF and DARPA proposals
- Mentor junior researchers in quantum computing methodologies
Qualifications
- PhD in Physics, Computer Science, or related field with quantum computing specialization
- 3+ years of hands-on experience with quantum programming languages (Qiskit, Cirq)
- Published research in quantum algorithms or quantum error correction
- Expertise in quantum circuit optimization and decoherence modeling
- Strong background in linear algebra, probability theory, and statistical mechanics
- Experience with cryogenic quantum systems or superconducting qubits
- Demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into experimental prototypes